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Damien Navarro

Executive Director at Outfest

Damien S. Navarro is a native Angeleno who is an urban farmer, cinephile, and a strong advocate for storytelling to promote empathy and understanding for underrepresented communities.

Currently, Damien serves as the Executive Director of Outfest, a renowned NGO established in 1982, which runs various impactful programs, including digital and live events, original content creation, film festivals, community education, artist training summits, and industry awards. Outfest also focuses on promoting career diversity, equity, and inclusion in the Entertainment industry, especially for QTBIPOC members.

Damien began his career by co-founding the influential digital media and marketing firm Brighter (formerly EMG) and later co-launched The Institute, a boutique marketing and fundraising consulting firm. He also has experience as a faculty member at Chapman University Dodge College of Film and Media Arts and served as the President of VIMBY, a global content studio under MGM/Mark Burnett.

With a diverse background in managing multinational projects, producing award-winning content, overseeing business units, and fundraising for global brands, studios, and non-profits, Damien Navarro has played a crucial role in the entertainment and marketing sectors.

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Los Angeles, California, United States